The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil is 7,331 kilometers (4,555 miles / 3,959 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:15 in Johannesburg, it's 22:15 in Belo Horizonte. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,969 feet between the two airports. Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport sits lower than O. R. Tambo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Belo Horizonte (PLU) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.